Season 1 Channel 4 , 2016 Season 2 Channel 4 , 2016 Season 3 Channel 4 , 2017 Tricks of the Restaurant Trade returns with the smartest guide yet to eating out, going behind the scenes at big high street brands to reveal, investigate and campaign, in order to secure viewers the best dining experience for their money. Season 4 Channel 4 , 2018 Season 5 Channel 4 , 2019